Shmulik Paints the Town
Living in Israel there are some amazing artists. We’re going to tell you about one and see if we can create some work inspired by him.
Hanoch Piven is an Israeli artist, illustrator and educator. His artwork is unique because it’s made from everyday objects and common materials such as bits of fruit, screws, pens, card and any found objects! He uses these materials and forms them into amazing artworks.
Learn about Israeli art and how to say the colours in Hebrew.
Hanoch Piven
Hanoch Piven is most famous for his caricatures of famous leaders. Here is a picture he created of David Ben Gurion, the first Prime Minister of Israel.
Since 1992 his work has been published in newspapers around the world.
Can you create a map or picture of Israel using objects you have found?
While you are working on your art, perhaps you might like to learn how to say the colours in Hebrew.
Post your masterpieces on Instagram and don’t forget to tag Ujiacharity and Pjlibraryuk to let us know how you’re enjoying an art-themed Yom Ha’atzmaut.
